Archive for: West Highland Way

The End! (and the shoes)

West Highland Way – Day 6

Leaving Kinlochleven Despite the odd behaviour of the local drivers I slept well once again, although my sleeping bag was far too warm and I only zipped it up when...

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Looking back from the Devil's Staircase

West Highland Way – Day 5

I don’t want to sound like a broken record, but I have to tell the truth, I had another great night’s sleep despite the rain that was drumming on the...

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The Bridge of Orchy

West Highland Way – Day 4

Early morning at Beinglas Farm There must be something about sleeping in a tent. I had another great night’s sleep, only waking about 5am when I zipped my...

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A stretch of easy walking beside Loch Lomond

West Highland Way – Day 3

Last night I had fallen asleep to the sound of owls calling and I wondered idly how small mammals and birds dealt with ticks. I’m sure by preening themselves...

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WHW_Day2_Conic_Hill

West Highland Way – Day 2

"Why, just why?" What cow's think of walkers? I had packed in preparation for cold Scottish spring nights, I knew from experience how cold it can be...

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Which way to the Kyber Pass?

West Highland Way – Day 1

I’ve wanted to walk the West Highland Way for quite a few years now, but previous plans to complete this 96 mile route from Glasgow to Fort William have fallen...

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